11 best packaged rice dishes

Product description

A quintessential New Orleans dish, traditionally prepared on Mondays when a long stovetop simmer gave home cooks time to do laundry. Today, red bean lovers rely on Zatarain’s for classic flavor in a fraction of the time. Enjoy Zatarain’s Red Beans & Rice as a main course or side dish. Supplement with sausage, ham or pork chops, or hold the meat and have a tasty vegetarian meal. However you prepare it, Zatarain’s Red Beans & Rice is hearty but not heavy, packed full of flavor and an instant crowd-pleaser.

• Features long grain white rice and tender red beans
• Can be made on the stove top or in the microwave
• Contains blend of seasonings, including hickory smoke flavor
• Prepared and on the table in less than 30 minutes
• Serve as a side dish or complete meal with the addition of meat
• A New Orleans Tradition; Since 1889
• New Orleans Style
• Jazz up Dinner for Less!

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this mix vegetarian or vegan
Answer:	Zatarain's Red Beans & Rice is vegetarian friendly. ~ Erica
Question:	Does the nutrition info include the sausage
Answer:	No, it does not include the sausage,
Question:	How do you double the recipe without it getting too soupy
Answer:	If you scale up the measurements when making two boxes the outcome should not turn out soupy. ~ Erica
Question:	How many 8 oz boxes
Answer:	This price is for one box. Thanks for checking.

Product features

Keeping it Real Since 1889

We were born and raised in New Orleans, so we hold all of our products to our hometown’s high standard of flavor. For over 130 years, we’ve been cooking up fun and flavorful recipes to bring the one-of-a-kind spirit of NOLA to every kitchen.

A Little Somethin’ for Everyone

We know making a meal that everyone in the family will love can be tricky. So work smarter, not harder with our wide variety of dinner mixes like jambalaya, gumbo, and even pasta dishes. No messin’ or fussin’ - Zatarain’s makes it easy.

Make Every Day Zaturday

At Zatarain’s, we know there’s no room at the dinner table for bland or boring. That’s why we give you what you need to spice up your meals with any one of our rice or pasta sides, breadings or boils.

Your Secret Ingredient

Whether you’re spicing up a crawfish boil in Baton Rouge or whipping up a Tuesday night family meal in Chicago, you can count on Zatarain’s. It’s the can’t-miss ingredient for bringing authentic NOLA flavor to any dish on your table.

Product description

Uncle Ben's Jasmine Ready Rice supports a well-balanced diet. Other nutritional benefits and product attributes include: a good source of niacin and iron, an excellent source of thiamine and folic acid, low fat and cholesterol free, 0g trans fat and no saturated fat.

• Delicious all-natural Jasmine rice
• Microwaves in just 90 seconds
• Very low sodium

User questions & answers

Question:	Is the Jasmine rice spicy at all
Answer:	Not at all.
Question:	Are the prices for a single 8.5OZ bag
Answer:	Yes this is single pack.

Product description

Take your meal to the next level with our authentic side dishes. The best part? We did the work for you, just heat and eat! Ready in 90 seconds, our authentic side dishes are a quick and easy way to create a nutritious meal. Just pop in the microwave or heat on the stovetop. Inspired by our Mexican heritage and deep Californian roots, our trio of beloved traditional side dishes are vegetarian-friendly, Gluten-Free, contain no preservatives and are Non-GMO Project Verified. Try all three delicious combinations with our Side Dishes Variety Pack: Ancho Rice + Beans, Chipotle Brown Rice + Quinoa, Mexican-Style Black Beans. Each pack comes with 6 ready-to-eat pouches, 2 of each flavor.

• Includes 2 packages of Ancho Rice + Beans (8.5 ounces each), 2 Chipotle Brown Rice + Quinoa (8.5 ounces each), 2 Mexican-Style Black Beans (10 ounces each)
• Non-GMO Project Verified
• Gluten-free; no preservatives
• Vegetarian-friendly
• Heat and eat in 90 seconds

Product description

Treat your taste buds with Knorr Rice Sides Chicken Rice (5.6oz). Our rice & pasta blend expertly combines onions, carrots, garlic and parsley beautifully with the mouth-watering, chicken-flavored sauce . Our deliciously seasoned Rice Sides are great as part of a delicious main dish or as a standalone side dish. Make Knorr Rice Sides the foundation of a crowd-pleasing dinner. Your family is sure to love the mouth-watering, chicken-flavor of Knorr Rice Sides Chicken Rice (5.6oz). On top of tasting delicious, our rice dishes are quick and easy to prepare. Knorr Rice Sides cook in just seven minutes on the stovetop or microwave. Knorr Rice Sides have no artificial flavors making it an excellent choice for creating a family-favorite meal. Use Knorr's easy rice side dishes to create a mouth-watering main dish. Simply prepare Knorr Rice Sides and add your favorite meat and vegetables to make a dinner your family is sure to love. You can find great recipes from Knorr like our chef-inspired Cheesy Chicken Monterey recipe -- simply add chicken, green chilies, and Monterey Jack cheese to turn a side dish into a cheesy entree. Discover more quick and delicious dinner ideas at Knorr.com. There are hundreds of recipes to help you find dinner inspiration. Knorr also has Pasta Sides, Fiesta Sides, Italian Sides and more. Knorr offers more than 40 varieties of rice and pasta sides so you can be sure to find flavors your family will love. Knorr believes that good food matters and everyday meals can be just as magical as special occasions. Knorr products owe their taste and flavors to the culinary skills and passion of our chefs. Knorr sources high-quality ingredients to create delicious side dishes, bouillons, sauces, gravies, soups and seasonings enjoyed by families everywhere.

• Knorr Rice Sides Chicken Rice (5.6oz) is a rice & pasta blend side dish that enhances meals with amazing flavor.
• Chicken Rice Sides expertly combines onions, carrots, garlic and parsley beautifully with the mouth-watering, chicken-flavored sauce
• No artificial flavors.
• Quick and easy to prepare - Cooks in 7 minutes.
• Stovetop or microwave cooking.

User questions & answers

Question:	How many packages
Answer:	It is just one.
Question:	What is the timing for cooking 2 rice sides together
Answer:	It is the same - cook 7 minutes after the water boils - just add double the water - 4 cups instead of 2.
Question:	Can you add boiling water to the pouch for backpacking
Answer:	I doubt it would be able to handle boiling water, The packet is paper and foil. Plus the rice/noodles expand a lot once water is added. In a pan or a bowl it would work fine to boil then let it sit.
Question:	does the Spanish rice have gluten
Answer:	anything with wheat has gluten - it also unfortunately has MSG in it also

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A Taste for the Whole Family

A delicious rice and pasta blend with broccoli florets and a creamy cheddar cheese sauce.

Easy to Prepare

These easy to prepare side dishes cook in just seven minutes on the stovetop or 12 minutes in the microwave.

Create Mouthwatering Dishes

Use as a base for a mouthwatering main dish or enjoy as a standalone rice side dish.

Natural Flavors

Knorr Rice Sides have no artificial flavors, making them an excellent choice for a family-favorite meal.

Product description

You don’t need a lot of time to get a lot flavor! In just 90 seconds you can serve your family a deliciously seasoned rice dish with the rich flavor of roasted chicken with carrots and herbs. This roasted chicken flavored READY RICE is great as a side dish or as part of your entree. This is the microwave rice your family will love. UNCLE BEN’S rice has been an American favorite since the 1940s!

• Delicious roasted chicken flavor
• Convenient pouch eliminates prep and cleanup
• No trans fat, no saturated fat, no cholesterol
• Excellent source of folic acid
• Microwaves in just 90 seconds

Product description

Zatarain's Spanish Rice, a New Orleans tradition since 1889, is a flavorful gluten-free side dish bringing the authentic flavor and soul of New Orleans to your table in under 30 minutes. Your family will be begging for more when you serve this savory blend of soulful aromas and flavors. More than 1,500 years ago, North African immigrants brought rice to Spain, where the crop thrived. It wasn’t long before Spanish cooks were simmering rice with onions, bell pepper, garlic and tomatoes to create what is known in the U.S. as Spanish rice. Spanish rice is popular for its flavor and versatility. Simply add fresh tomatoes to Zatarain’s Spanish Rice and serve alongside steak, chicken or any Latin American-inspired entree.

• A New Orleans-style tradition since 1889
• Seasoned long grain rice in a mild, savory tomato sauce
• Stovetop simmering or microwaveable
• The perfect side dish or main entree, just add protein, tomatoes and butter
• Gluten free

User questions & answers

Question:	The description says 'in tomato sauce' but the ingredients don't list tomato. Can anyone clarify whether this does or does not contain tomato
Answer:	Zatarain's Spanish Rice does not contain tomatoes. You would have to add 1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes when preparing. ~ Erica
Question:	how many 6.9 oz boxes of Zatarain's Spanish Rice do you get for
Answer:	\ One box there are 9 sellers selling this item for $9.95 Other sellers are selling for a higher price
Question:	Is this available by the case
Answer:	Sprry i don't have it by the case
Question:	Why is the price marked up so high? Is this a typo? They are $2.00 in store
Answer:	taking full advantage of online ordering and people not paying attention to quantity, which was not indicated

Product features

Keeping it Real Since 1889

We were born and raised in New Orleans, so we hold all of our products to our hometown’s high standard of flavor. For over 130 years, we’ve been cooking up fun and flavorful recipes to bring the one-of-a-kind spirit of NOLA to every kitchen.

A Little Somethin’ for Everyone

We know making a meal that everyone in the family will love can be tricky. So work smarter, not harder with our wide variety of dinner mixes like jambalaya, gumbo, and even pasta dishes. No messin’ or fussin’ - Zatarain’s makes it easy.

Make Every Day Zaturday

At Zatarain’s, we know there’s no room at the dinner table for bland or boring. That’s why we give you what you need to spice up your meals with any one of our rice or pasta sides, breadings or boils.

Your Secret Ingredient

Whether you’re spicing up a crawfish boil in Baton Rouge or whipping up a Tuesday night family meal in Chicago, you can count on Zatarain’s. It’s the can’t-miss ingredient for bringing authentic NOLA flavor to any dish on your table.

Product description

Treat your taste buds to Knorr Selects Rice Side Dish Four Cheese Risotto (6.2 oz). Knorr Selects Four Cheese Risotto blends rice with Asiago, Parmesan, Romano and cheddar cheeses into a delicious creamy risotto; your family is sure to love the flavor of our Selects dishes. On top of tasting delicious, our Four Cheese Risotto is gluten free and quick and easy to prepare, cooking in just ten minutes on the stovetop or in the microwave. It’s perfect as the base for a delicious main dish or as a standalone gluten-free rice side dish. Make Knorr Selects the foundation of a crowd-pleasing dinner or an easy meal.

Knorr Selects have no artificial flavors, making them an excellent choice for a family-favorite meal. Use these easy rice side dishes to create a mouth-watering main dish. Simply prepare Knorr Selects Rice Side Dish and add your favorite meat and vegetables to make a dinner your family is sure to love. You can find great recipes from Knorr like our chef-inspired Garlic Shrimp Risotto — simply add shrimp, heirloom cherry tomatoes, garlic, and kale.

Discover other quick and delicious dinner ideas at Knorr.com with hundreds of recipes to help you find dinner inspiration. Knorr also has other easy rice dishes such as Cajun Sides, Asian Sides, and more. We offer more than 40 varieties of rice and pasta sides, so you can be sure to find flavors your family will love. We believe that good food matters and everyday meals can be just as magical as special occasions. Knorr products owe their taste and flavors to the culinary skills and passion of our chefs. We source high-quality ingredients to create delicious side dishes, bouillons, sauces, gravies, soups, and seasonings enjoyed by families everywhere

• Knorr Selects Rice Side Dish Four Cheese Risotto is a tasty rice side dish or meal starter that enhances meals with amazing flavor
• Knorr Selects Four Cheese Risotto blends rice with Asiago, Parmesan, Romano, and cheddar cheeses, making a delicious, creamy risotto
• Four Cheese Risotto contains no artificial flavors or preservatives and is gluten free
• Knorr rice sides are quick and easy to prepare — Four Cheese Risotto cooks in just 10 minutes
• You can easily prepare Knorr risotto on the stove or in a microwave
• Use Four Cheese Risotto as an ingredient in a delicious Knorr recipe or as a side dish on its own

User questions & answers

Question:	How many calories per serving
Answer:	The package says 370 calories prepared and there are 2.5 servings per package. Prepared with 2%milk. Mix by itself is 240 calories per serving
Question:	Does this contain MSG
Answer:	Some products contain natural MSg which is not harmful for your body. Most add it (the harmful kind). This has natural msg no artificial.
Question:	How much do the "Selects" make (# of cups
Answer:	They make 2 servings Serving size depends on the item 2/3 to 2/4 cup each. I make one package for my lunch at work and it is the perfect size.
Question:	How to I cook in microwave
Answer:	2 quart bowl and 2 cups of water for 12 minutes in the microwave. I've never done it but that's what the directions say on the back of the package. I do it on stove top in a pot.

Product features

Creamy Shrimp Asparagus 'Risotto'

Makes 4 cups

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Directions:

Chefmanship

With 286 professional chefs developing recipes and products, Knorr helps home cooks recreate exciting flavors from around the world. Knorr chefs create fresh, simple recipes for people who value tasty, nutritious food.

Sustainability

Knorr is committed to the Unilever Sustainable Living Plan, which focuses on sustainable ingredient sourcing, responsible water use, reduced waste, and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

Heritage

Providing hearty, nourishing food for your loved ones is easy with Knorr Sides. Great flavor combinations let you put your own spin on tried-and-true dishes. Celebrate the bond of a meal shared and take pride in the taste of home that you create.

Inspiration

Knorr products help your family see a different side of cooking with simple, fresh ingredients and chef-inspired recipes. Offering everything from classic sides to mouthwatering entrees, Knorr can help you find a new favorite for your dinner table.

Product description

Iberia spanish style yellow rice is a versatile dish that is great with chicken, seafood and meat. It is microwaveable and made with no artificial coloring or MSG.



Product Features: microwaveable, msg-free, spanish-style, no artificial coloring, versatile side dish for chicken, seafood and meat excellent base for paella.

• SIMPLE TO PREPARE: Iberia Yellow Rice is simple to prepare, cooks to fluffy perfection every time, and presents a beautiful complement to a range of meats and vegetables.
• PERFECTLY SEASONED: Made with long grained rice and seasoned with a wonderful blending of onion, garlic, spices, rich chicken flavor, and coriander.
• VERSATILE: Try it with chicken and asparagus or pork chops and green beans.
• A SPANISH CLASSIC: A great Spanish classic made deliciously easy, In a few minutes you can serve your family a Spanish-inspired rice dish with the savory flavors.
• EASY TO STORE: Comes in a sealed container Net Wt. 3.4 lb., No MSG, No artificial coloring.

User questions & answers

Question:	Does anyone know what the difference is between the iberia spanish rice in the plastic jar versus the bags? the bags have triple the calories/serving
Answer:	I like the jars because l can close tight and use again. It is great rice anyway. I just got the jar. Keeps the delicious rice fresh. It is a great easy to make rice. Good seasonings and you can add your own touches. If I had more people to feed I would get the bag and keep the rice in the handy jar.
Question:	Is the jar sealed
Answer:	It was sealed.
Question:	Is the jar sealed under the cover to prevent tampering; sealed like instant coffee
Answer:	It was sealed.
Question:	Is this gluten Free
Answer:	I would like to know this as well. Zelda clearly doesn’t know what cross-contamination is for those with Celiac or gluten intolerances. We all know gluten is a wheat protein....

Product features

Flavored with onion and garlic, either as a side dish, or as the beginning of your own Paella, Iberia Yellow Rice makes every meal a special occasion.

Cooking Directions - On the Stove

• Bring 2 cups of water and 1 tablespoon Iberia Extra Virgin Olive Oil to a boil in a medium saucepan.
• Stir in 1 Cup of Iberia Spanish Yellow Rice.
• Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
• Fluff lightly with fork and serve.

Famed for its vivid yellow hue and savory flavor, Iberia Yellow Rice is a tasty dish that pairs well with any meal.

Cooking Directions - Microwave

• In a microwave safe dish, combine 2 cups hot water, 1 tablespoon Iberia Extra Virgin Olive Oil and 1 Cup Iberia Spanish Yellow Rice.
• Cover and microwave on HIGH for 3 minutes.
• Reduce setting to 50% power and microwave for 17 minutes.
• Fluff lightly with fork and serve.

If your microwave does not have variable power settings, follow your manufacturer's directions.

Product description

Treat your taste buds with Knorr Rice Sides Cheddar Broccoli Rice Side Dish (5.7oz.) Our rice & pasta blend expertly combines broccoli florets with the creamy goodness of cheddar cheese sauce. Our deliciously seasoned rice side dishes are great as part of a delicious main dish or as a standalone side dish. Make Knorr Rice Sides the foundation of a crowd-pleasing dinner. Your family is sure to love the cheesy, creamy flavor of Knorr Rice Sides Cheddar Broccoli Rice Side Dish (5.7oz.)

• Cheddar Broccoli Rice Sides expertly combines broccoli florets with the creamy goodness of cheddar cheese sauce
• No artificial flavors
• Quick and easy to prepare - Cooks in 7 minutes
• Stovetop or microwave cooking
• Knorr Rice Sides Cheddar Broccoli Rice (5.7oz) is a rice & pasta blend side dish that enhances meals with amazing flavor

User questions & answers

Question:	is this dry rice and pasta or precooked
Answer:	Thanks for your inquiry! Our Knorr Rice Sides, Cheddar Broccoli is dry and needs to be cooked before being consumed. We hope this helps!
Question:	Product header says 'pack of 8'. size selector says 'pack of 24'. as of may 2020, which is it, 8 or
Answer:	The manufacturer's response is less than helpful. As to the correct answer, ignore the product title. The product comes in whatever size you happen to select. If you order a pack of 8, you WILL NOT get a pack of 24 as the manufacturer's response seems to indicate. If you have any doubts about the order, you can verify the product description when you check out.
Question:	How many pkgs included
Answer:	I've never ordered the Knorr Rice Side Dish, but whenever I order the Knorr Rice Pilaf (delicious!), it's always 3 packages.
Question:	is this gluten free
Answer:	Hello, No it is not Gluten Free, there are others that I believe are Gluten Free.Maureen

Product description

Treat your taste buds with Knorr Pasta Sides Cheddar Broccoli Pasta (4.3oz). Our pasta side dish expertly combines a broccoli florets with a creamy, cheddar cheese sauce. Our deliciously seasoned Pasta Sides are great as part of a delicious main dish or as a standalone side dish. Make Knorr Pasta Sides the foundation of a crowd-pleasing dinner. Your family is sure to love the creamy, cheddar cheese sauce of Knorr Pasta Sides Cheddar Broccoli Pasta (4.3oz).

• Cheddar Broccoli Pasta Sides expertly combines a broccoli florets with a creamy, cheddar cheese sauce
• No artificial flavors
• Quick and easy to prepare - Cooks in 7 minutes
• Stovetop or microwave cooking
• Knorr Pasta Sides Cheddar Broccoli Pasta (4.3oz) is a pasta side dish that enhances meals with amazing flavor

User questions & answers

Question:	How many packages total? Thanks for your time
Answer:	Thanks for your interest! This listing is for a four pack of Knorr Cheddar Broccoli Pasta Sides Dish. We hope this is helpful.
Question:	I have an old package and it says "best by jul2317mud". does that mean it expired on july
Answer:	Correct, if the packaging states best by JUL2317 then the product is not considered "expired" until July 23rd, 2017. If there are ever any further questions regarding this please do not hesitate to use the "Contact Us" page on our web site!
Question:	Is the pack of 8 alfredo broccoli, actually have the broccoli? the title says alfredo not alfredo broccoli, which is why i ask
Answer:	I am not sure as I ordered the Cheddar broccoli-I would say you are just getting the plain Alfredo looking at the packaging. I order the cheddar broccoli TWICE-it was supposed to be 12 packs in the shipment, BOTH times I received only ONE pack for like $21! Be wary on this:)
Question:	Why is this so much more than in a store
Answer:	Product is supposed to be 12 packs vs. just one packet for that price. However, I have ordered this product twice and both times it came as only ONE pack and the pack was worn on edges and in really bad shape. One time there were even small holes in the food packaging! Be wary.

Product features

Knorr Pasta Side Dish, Cheddar Broccoli, 4.3 Ounce

A family favorite, our Cheddar Broccoli Pasta Sides covers broccoli florets with a creamy cheddar cheese sauce. An easy way to bring a meal like our Meatball & Pasta Dinner to life.

Product description

Cheddar Broccoli Rice Sides expertly combines broccoli florets with the creamy goodness of cheddar cheese sauce.

• No artificial flavors.
• Makes 4 cups

User questions & answers

Question:	How many packages is this for, please
Answer:	My order had four packs of each flavor.
Question:	Do I need to add more ingredients than just water
Answer:	Butter is an optional side (I'd recommend it). Otherwise, you're good with just water.